In our debut episode of Qidzz Talk, we welcome Stephanie Fuchs

A mother, Maasai conservationist, biologist, and author of Maasai Story. Originally from Germany, Stephanie left her Western upbringing behind to live full-time in the Maasai community in Tanzania, where she is raising her son in an entirely different cultural and social structure.

Our conversation explores the proverb "It takes a village to raise a child", comparing Western parenting - often marked by isolation and childcare struggle - with the deep-rooted communal upbringing of the Maasai people.

Stephanie shares how motherhood in the Maasai community means being surrounded by an extended support system of family and neighbors, allowing children to thrive in a natural, shared environment.

💡 Topics we discuss in this episode:
✔️ Stephanie’s journey from Germany to life in a Maasai village
✔️ The stark contrasts between Western parenting and Maasai child-rearing
✔️ The role of community, extended family, and shared responsibility in raising children
✔️ The challenges of childcare access in urban societies
✔️ How Qidzz.com aims to recreate that sense of trust and community for modern families

Stephanie also opens up about the mental load of motherhood, the importance of asking for help, and how Western societies could learn from indigenous traditions when it comes to raising children.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that challenges conventional parenting norms and highlights the importance of building a childcare support network.

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